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2023 GSOC Masters Saskatoon SK - Photo by Anil Mungal.

in the spotlight - RACHEL HOMAN

W e were extremely fortunate to recently sit down and chat with Canadian and World Champion curler, Rachel Homan, at her home in Alberta. Between breakfast with the kids and getting ready to head out the door to train for the upcoming 2024 Scotties Tournament of Hearts, Canada’s national women’s curling championship. Rachel shares about her ability to balance life and the many challenges being a professional curler throws at her, her family, and her teammates. It does not take long, when speaking with Rachel, to understand her passion for the game and why she has been one of the most dominant skips and teams in international curling for more than a decade. In the competitive and strategic world of curling, Rachel Homan stands out, not just for her remarkable achievements on the ice but also for her exemplary dedication to family, teamwork, and the intricate by Ashley MacInnis Mastering the Ice & Balancing Life 12 SPOTLIGHT MAGAZINE ON BUSINESS MAGAZINE • VOL 24 ISSUE 1

dynamics of the sport. With an illustrious career that includes national and world championships along with many international accolades, Homan and her team have become a household name in Canada, synonymous with curling excellence and sporting integrity. Homan’s journey in curling is a testament to her relentless pursuit of excellence, a trait deeply rooted in her family’s sporting legacy. From watching her relatives curl to carving her own path in the sport, Homan’s narrative is one of passion, resilience, and an unwavering commitment to her craft. Her insights into the game’s strategies, her experiences balancing a demanding career with a bustling family life, and her thoughts on the future of curling offer a compelling glimpse into the life of a champion. We recently had the opportunity to sit down and chat with Homan to see how she manages her professional athletic career alongside a busy family life.

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